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Can Google Calendar help ADHD time management? 

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Author: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Google Calendar for ADHD can be an incredibly effective tool for managing time. People with ADHD often face difficulties with organisation, time estimation, and remembering important tasks. Google Calendar offers a range of features that can help streamline time management, including reminders, alerts, and customisable scheduling options to create a more structured and organised day. 

By integrating Google Calendar for ADHD, you can make use of its alerts and colour-coded systems to reduce the feeling of being overwhelmed by tasks and deadlines. With the right setup, it can turn into a reliable and accessible tool for staying on top of both short- and long-term commitments. 

Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations on how to customise Google Calendar to work best for ADHD-specific needs. 

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Features That Make Google Calendar a Game Changer 

Here’s how Google Calendar for ADHD can improve time management: 

Reminders for consistency  

Google Calendar lets you set up multiple reminders for each event. You can customise reminders to alert you well before tasks are due, helping you avoid last-minute rushes and mental overload. These reminders can be sent as notifications on your phone or email. 

Customisable alerts  

With Google Calendar for ADHD, you can set alerts for events, appointments, or deadlines, ensuring you never miss an important commitment. You can schedule reminders at intervals that work best for you, such as 10 minutes, 1 hour, or a day before the event. 

Scheduling strategies with colour coding 

 The ability to colour-code different types of events, such as work tasks, appointments, or personal errands, makes it easier to visually prioritise and manage your day. These scheduling strategies keep your calendar clear and easy to navigate. 

Using Google Calendar for ADHD can help you stay organised, reduce anxiety, and improve your time management skills by making your day easier to plan and follow through on. 

For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to Time management and organisation. 

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Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS
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Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy. 

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